Ensembles

Discover the vibrant performance ensembles of the Towson University Department of Music! Our program boasts a diverse array of groups, including a symphony orchestra, concert wind bands, several choirs, a dynamic "Music for the Stage" program, jazz ensembles, and numerous small instrumental ensembles. Open to both music majors and non-majors, our student musicians bring their talents to life in dozens of concerts each semester. Explore the links in the menu for detailed information about each ensemble. Most ensembles require an audition.  Audition information is provided below. Join us and be a part of our musical community!

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Fall 2026 Audition Information

91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ Choirs

Spring 2026 information below for Choirs; Fall information is coming soon!

All 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ students are welcome and encouraged to join a choir! This semester promises to be an exciting one, featuring a performance at PRISM, the music department’s premier showcase, inspiring collaborations with Charm City Sings and the Baltimore Choral Arts Society, and even a concert tour to close out the semester.

Interested in singing with one of our choirs? Please contact Dr. Sáez directly at

Course Meeting Times

Choral Society – MUSA 150/350/650

Mondays from 7 to 9:40pm

Treble Voices* – MUSA 252/452/652

Mondays and Wednesdays from 2 to 3:15pm 

Men’s Chorus – MUSA 252/452/652

Mondays and Wednesday from 2 to 3:15pm

Chorale – MUSA 251/451/651

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:45pm

* Open to all self-identified women
 

Jazz Orchestra

Anyone interested in auditioning for the 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ Jazz Orchestra, or who would like more information, please contact Dave Ballou () directly.

91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ Bands and Orchestra

Membership in the 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ Bands and Orchestra is by audition and is open to any Towson student regardless of major - everyone is welcome, and we would love to collaborate with you. These ensembles rehearse weekly preparing performances to share musical gifts and talents with the community for both the fall and spring terms.

Rehearsal Times

Wind Ensemble MUSA 261/461/661 - 002: T/TH 3:30-5:20pm

Symphonic Band MUSC 261/461/661 - 001: T/TH 2:00-3:15pm

Audition Faculty:

Dr. Steinmetz, Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, conductor,  
Dr. Gotoff, Symphony Orchestra, conductor,  

How to Audition

WINDS AND PERCUSSION - Fill out the

91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ Strings Ensemble Audition Excerpts - FALL 2026 (Coming Soon)

Clarinet: You should play all excerpts on a Bb soprano clarinet. You may indicate your interest in playing bass clarinet on the audition form.

Saxophone: You should play all excerpts on an alto saxophone. You may indicate your interest in playing soprano, tenor, or baritone saxophone on the audition form.

If you have any other specific questions or concerns, please email Dr. Gotoff or Dr. Steinmetz.

Audition Instructions

  • Winds/Brass/Percussion Auditions will be held in person during the first week of classes.
  • Strings Auditions information is coming soon.
  • You should prepare the excerpts to the best of YOUR ability. Focus on your best sound and adjust tempi only as needed to facilitate technical passages. Seek out reference recordings and demonstrate intentional musicianship in your playing audition.